Anyone know what's up with his mins? He puts up great numbers but plays 24 mins a game and basically NEVER plays in the 4th Q, even in a close game. What gives?

tian820

11-11-2008 10:51 PM

Re: Big Z

Getting old? :confusedshrug:

Also, I saw the game tonight and Andy V playing over him in the 4th is the right coaching call. Dude is pure energy and gets those huge gamechanging offensive rebounds. The team also went small down the stretch with Delonte/Gibson/Mo at the guards with Andy and Lebron up front. I doubt they do that every game, but it worked in this one.

benJAMin

11-12-2008 12:03 PM

Re: Big Z

Yeah, I was gonna guess that Varejao is the "energy" guy that gets them pumped to finish the game. But how can you argue against Z's good defense getting you pumped for the damn fourth quarter??? Its not like Varejao scares anyone with his shot-blocking ability.

tian820

11-12-2008 01:32 PM

Re: Big Z

Yeah, like I said, I was just going by what I saw last night. Varejao, with the huge wavy hair, goofy running, and just being all over the place seems to be a fan favorite and gets the crowd into games as well. Guess it's not the same team out there with a big old sluggish Z?